Geography of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Geography of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Rijksmuseum is 6 mi to the north-east, Anne Frank House is 7 mi to the north-east, Hoge Veluwe National Park is 48 mi to the east and Bruges is 101 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 52°18′37.8″N 4°46′5.9″E (52.3105, 4.7683)
Quick facts about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°18′37.8″N 4°46′5.9″E (52.3105, 4.7683) |
| IATA code | AMS |
| Local time | 9:18 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is an airport in Amsterdam. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 67°F (20°C) in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with drizzle. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 63°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 98%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), about 226 mi away. Nearby highlights include Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Hoge Veluwe National Park and Rhine River.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 69°F is 8.8°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport today at 9.2/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42° | 34° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 38° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 40° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 44° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 66° | 51° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 70° | 57° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 72° | 60° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 74° | 59° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 67° | 55° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 51° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is an airport in Amsterdam. Its coordinates are 52.3105, 4.7683. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport right now?
It is currently 67°F (20°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 89% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in?
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport observes Europe/Amsterdam (UTC+02:00). The local time is 9:18 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
The closest airports are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 226 mi away, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), 227 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 230 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Popular options include Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Rhine River, Tower of London and British Museum.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 9:18 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
